*Remove dependent(s) who are no longer eligible from insurance coverage within 60 days of divorce final. They will receive an offer to continue insurance (COBRA). Portability is also available. (See definition)

*Review your beneficiary designations and make any changes in writing.

*Remove ineligible dependents from insurance within 60 days. (If your child is handicapped or a full-time college student, you may continue to cover the child beyond age 19 thru 22 under your employee plan). Dependent may be eligible for COBRA or portability.

I have exhausted all of my eligible paid leave and am still not able to return to work. What is the impact on my insurance eligibility?

An employee will be eligible for county-paid insurance, through the end of the month during which unpaid leave is taken. COBRA is available. Employees who return from an approved leave, whether or not they have chosen to maintain coverage during the leave will have their coverage picked up and paid for at the appropriate level by the county on the first of the month following their return to work. If they return on the first, coverage will start on that day.

If you are moving from a nonbenefitted to a benefitted position, you will receive an employee packet containing enrollment information regarding insurance options and waiting periods. Enrollment forms should be completed w/i the first 30 days.

Douglas County contracts with a third party to provide free, confidential short-term counseling for employees and those within their households. Contact the provider directly (brochures available in the lobby of Human Resources, and as part of your new-employee packet), or Human Resources staff.

You can change your PCP by either completing a form (obtained from H/R) and mailing it, or you can call ODS customer service directly at 1-877-605-3229. Remember, the change does not take effect until the first of the following month.

*See your Insurance Plan Booklet.

When can I change my Medical/Dental Plan?

You may change your plan selection once per year, to be effective January 1 of each calendar year.

*See your Insurance Plan Booklet.

What if I move?

Notify your supervisor of your new address, so they may update your employment records.

Obtain forms from Human Resources to change records with the insurance companies and PERS.

~~ Public Works Bargaining Unit employees are insured through AGC Teamsters Trust and will need to contact Earhart Company, administrators of the insurance plan, at 1-800-547-1314 ~~